Chapter 30 What happened after that ? I asked , my heart racing as I absorbed every detail of his story . Lorenzos lips curved into a knowing smile , but his eyes held a dangerous glint . I started digging . At first , the investigation hit dead ends everywhere I turned . But I kept pushing , following breadcrumbs , connecting dots that seemed random at first . He leaned forward , his voice dropping lower . The deeper I went , the more I found traces leading to the underworld . Not just any regular criminals were talking about the most dangerous circles in the country . My fingers gripped the edge of my seat . What did you find ? Carlos Angelo . Lorenzos jaw tightened as he spoke the name . The most feared boss in the underground . People wouldnt even whisper his name without looking over their shoulders first . But you went after him anyway ? Knowledge is power , cara . Angelo mightve been feared , but he wasnt invincible . He had rivals powerful ones . I made it my business to know everything about them . Lorenzos expression turned calculating . The underworld is like a chessboard . You need to know every piece to play the game . Werent you scared ? Fear is a luxury I couldnt afford . Not when justice was at stake . His eyes met mine , intense and unwavering . The investigation nearly cost me everything . But some things are worth the risk . I watched as Lorenzos expression shifted , becoming more intense . I reached out to Karlin Moretti Angelos biggest rival . Told him I wanted in . Just like that ? I couldnt hide my surprise . Moretti was different from the others . He saw something in my eyes that day- the same fire that consumed him when he first started . He took me under his wing , trained me personally . Lorenzos hands moved as he spoke , his gestures precise and controlled . I threw myself into the training . Every minute , every hour was dedicated to becoming stronger , faster , deadlier . The gun it felt natural in my hands from Sun , 2 Mar the start . Like it belonged there . 94 : My breath caught as his voice softened . I climbed ranks quickly . Morettis men started calling me II Fantasma the ghost . I could get in and out without leaving a trace . Lorenzo paused , his jaw tightening . Then one day , everything changed . I got a call … His voice dropped , a shadow crossing his face . It was my mother . Lorenzos POV The memory hit me like a physical blow . I could still hear the phone ringing , feel my heart stopping as I saw my mothers number flash across the screen . Mom ? Her terrified breathing crackled through the line . Lorenzo , they found me . I dont know how- Male laughter echoed in the background . My blood turned to ice . Get out now . Use the back door . I gripped the phone so hard my knuckles turned white . Mom , listen to me- A crash . Her scream pierced through the speaker . Theyre inside ! Everyone move ! I roared at my men , already sprinting toward my car . Send units to safehouse three . Now ! Footsteps thundered behind me as my security team mobilized . I jumped into the drivers seat , engine roaring to life . Mom , stay on the line . Im coming . My tires screeched against pavement as I peeled out of the garage . More male voices in the background . Laughing . Taunting . My mothers frightened gasps as she tried to escape them . Please , she begged , her voice breaking . Lorenzo- Hide . Anywhere . Im ten minutes out . My foot pressed harder on the gas , speedometer climbing . Keep talking to me . But all I heard was shuffling , then heavy footsteps . Their laughter grew louder . Found you , Mrs. Constantine , a gruff voice sneered . My mother screamed again . The sound of breaking glass . Mom ! Chapter 30 The line went dead . I slammed my hand against the steering wheel , weaving through traffic at breakneck speed . The safehouse was still too far . My security teams were mobilizing , but would they get there in time ? Those bastards had found her . Despite all my precautions , all the measures Id taken to keep her safe . Theyd found her anyway . And now she was alone with them . My phone rang again . Moms name flashed on the screen . Mom ! I answered , hope surging through me . Hello , Lorenzo . A deep male voice chuckled on the other end . My blood . Remember me ? Carlos Angelo . The name tasted like poison on my tongue . My grip on the steering wheel tightened until my knuckles turned white . Smart boy . Your mothers been quite the gracious host . A muffled whimper in the background made my vision blur with rage . If you touch her , I swear Ill- Youll what ? Carlos cut in . Destroy me ? Wipe my existence from this . earth ? His laughter echoed through the line . Go ahead , try . Your father made . similar threats before his … unfortunate accident . The world tilted on its axis . What are you talking about ? Oh , didnt you know ? Daddy dearest was getting too close , his company digging into things that didnt concern him . He needed to be dealt with . Carloss voice dropped lower . And now history repeats itself . Your mother pays the price for your misguided vendetta against me . You bastard ! I roared into the phone , swerving through traffic at dangerous speeds . Ill hunt you down- Like youve been trying these past months ? Carlos clicked his tongue . Amateur moves , Constantine . Did you really think I wouldnt notice ? That I wouldnt find out about your little arrangement with Moretti ? My mind raced . Hed known . All this time , hed known . You see , Lorenzo , theres a natural order to things . Your father forgot his place . And now you … He paused , letting the threat hang in the air . My blood turned to molten ice as Carloss words dripped with malice .. Some lessons need to be taught twice , it seems . 94 % 12:03 Sun 7 Mar furned to moiten ice as Carloss words dripped with malice . My blood Some lessons need to be taught twice , it seems . A deafening crack split through the phone speaker . The gunshot echoed in my ears , followed by a heavy thud . Come , Ive left a gift for you . Carloss voice held a smile I couldnt see . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!